First post here. You can expect to pay around $1,310 for rent here. Should I be concerned? The suburbs are where most families end up.
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jaxmind2021
nah I disagree
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grace_chef
I've been living here for 6 years and I'd say it's been a really good experience overall. The traffic is decent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Greyson Allen
I work in tech here and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The job market for my field is solid. Definitely worth checking out..
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nashville_sadie
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a electrician who relocated here from Baltimore about 14 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons that are real:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Property taxes are high
Financially, we've found it hit or miss compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are wild, gas is excellent.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. Hope this helps!.
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Dominic Garcia
Bought a house here in 2018 and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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raised_nolan58
good to know, thanks
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Reagan Taylor
Public transit is challenging here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Rylee H.
it depends on the neighborhood
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Lucas H.
We moved here with our family and I have mixed feelings honestly. Schools in Lakewood area are underrated. Kids love it here.
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Quinn Cox
Used to live on the Maple Ridge side, now on the West side. Completely different vibe. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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Cooper
Bought a house here in 2023 and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Eliana Peterson
As someone who grew up here, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. A lot has changed in the past few years though. healthcare used to be much wild but now it's pretty good.
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Thomas
Used to live on the Lakewood side, now on the Highland side. Completely different vibe. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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Cora M.
Saving this thread
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Nathan Kim
Can confirm, been here 7 years.
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Jeremiah Mitchell
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I have mixed feelings honestly. No regrets on my end..
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Thomas C.
As someone who grew up here, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. A lot has changed in the past few years though. outdoor recreation used to be much wild but now it's decent.
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